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Chen dynasty

557 CE – 589 CE · about 32 years

The Chen was the last of the Southern dynasties, founded by Chen Baxian. It ruled a reduced territory south of the Yangtze. The Sui conquered it in 589, reuniting China.

Key facts

Dates557 CE – 589 CE
RegionChina & Tibet
ContinentAsia
CapitalJiankang
FounderChen Baxian (Emperor Wu)
Religion(s)Buddhism

Before & after

Preceded by

Liang dynasty

Followed by

Sui dynasty

Sources

Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.